Chaparral 246 SSI 2019, Owner'S/Operator'S Manual

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2019 246 SSI SPORT BOAT
Chaparral Boats, Inc.
chaparralboats.com
Gelcoat
The advanced technology polyester we use offers superior weathering
resistance to surface yellowing and chalking. It will also help protect and
maintain the original glossy luster of your boat’s finish. Chaparral uses a
premium quality gelcoat which offers improved flexibility over other gel‐
coats, minimizing the potential for cracking.
Resin
It’s an age‐old problem. Water penetrates the gelcoat and blisters the
bottom. The key is the resin. To cut costs, most use a general purpose
resin. Chaparral uses a premium quality resin in the hull skin coat of
every boat in our line because of its superior bonding characteristics and
exceptional flex.
Plywood
The plywood Chaparral uses throughout our boats is pressure treated
with a wood preservative and fungi inhibiting chemical before it is kiln
dried.
Loom Wrap Wiring
Attention to rigging detail is a Chaparral hallmark. Instead of routing the
engine wiring harness haphazardly in the bilge in black tape, we rely on
automotive style flexguard loom that not only keeps things neat but also
protects against abrasion.
Through Bolted Stainless Steel Cleats
It’s one of the most often used components on your boat, but most
people think a cleat is a cleat, right? Wrong. Chaparral’s cleats are
stainless steel so they won’t corrode and so they won’t twist. Also, ours
are big enough to accept a full‐sized looped line.
Heavy Duty Rub Rail
A rub rail is supposed to protect your boat. Chaparral uses a heavy‐duty
PVC rub rail with stainless steel insert that absorbs far more impact
without denting.
Acoustical Foam
The name says it all. Acoustical foam is the best way we’ve found to
absorb engine noise.
Acrylic Tops
Ours are acrylic because it’s a superior material that won’t crack, peel, or
mildew. Further, our acrylic tops won’t shrink or expand, which means
they look and fi t better in all weather conditions.
Stain Resistant Fabrics
Accidents happen. Spilled drinks, wet bathing suits and soggy towels are
a fact of life on a boat. All our cabin fabrics are stain resistant. Buyers can
choose from a wide variety of colors. When it comes to interior fabrics,
we have the one that’s right for you.
Superior Plastics vs. Wood
Chaparral prides itself on building seats that are not only comfortable,
but durable. We use plastic seats because they hold their shape and don’t
retain water, reducing the potential for foam deterioration.
Flotation Requirements
All Chaparral boats meet or exceed U.S. Coast Guard requirements for
flotation
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